Tyrant Sky Martial Soul

Chapter 1013: Chapter 1013: His Highness Requests Your Presence

Ling Xiao was very satisfied with the assassin from the Heavenly Dragon Auction House this time.

The Heavenly Dragon Auction House was exceedingly pleased with his Heaven-breaking Pills as well, making it a highly beneficial cooperation for both parties.

Walking on the street, he noticed a strange phenomenon, the number of disciples from Phoenix God College had drastically decreased.

Moreover, even when walking on the street, they were extremely cautious and would actively avoid him or disciples from Qingxu College.

The usual arrogance had completely vanished.

However, the matter was far from over.

Phoenix God College was still putting up a stubborn resistance to the last.

An imperial decree ordered an investigation into the assassin who killed Marvellous Hand Heavenly Lord Sun Shang and severely wounded Fengming Wan Zhong, even extending to Qingxu College.

But after seven consecutive days of investigations, not a single clue emerged.

It would have been strange if they had found anything, as nobody could have guessed that it was actually Ling Xiao who had inflicted heavy injuries on both Marvellous Hand Heavenly Lord and Fengming Wan Zhong.

Although the people of Phoenix God College loathed Ling Xiao, they couldn’t associate him with the assassin.

As for the other members of Phoenix God College, they were completely unaware of this.

Ling Xiao hadn’t had the chance to inform them yet.

After the investigation concluded, the Divine Phoenix Emperor encountered trouble.

The Fire Phoenix Clan issued an impeachment case, claiming that the Emperor, without any evidence, sided with the words of Phoenix God College, causing serious damage to the reputation of Qingxu College.

This matter, seemingly trivial when spoken of, was, in fact, a serious issue for the soon-to-be abdicated Emperor.

The streets and alleys were filled with heated discussions.

The Ice Phoenix Clan’s public opinion poll reached a freezing point.

If the situation continued at this rate, next year’s election would inevitably end in the victory of the Fire Phoenix Clan.

To calm the Fire Phoenix Clan’s anger and resolve the issue, the Emperor had to apologize to Qingxu College in front of everyone in the Imperial City, and also commanded Phoenix God College to compensate Qingxu College with a hundred thousand Mid-grade Spirit Stones.

The Fire Phoenix Clan did not persist further, knowing that if they did, it would only erode the goodwill that had been accumulated, especially after the Emperor’s apology.

Now the situation was just right.

Qingxu College had forced an Emperor’s apology, a glory probably unmatched throughout the Divine Phoenix Continent.

Even though the Emperor had apologized, it still caused dissatisfaction among many.

However, the magnanimity of the Fire Phoenix Clan won them considerable favor.

Inside the deep palace courtyards, the Emperor even furiously threw the inkstone at the Imperial Advisor’s face and cursed, ”From now on, clean up your own mess at Phoenix God College, and do not come to Us. You are a group of incompetents, good for nothing but failure!”

The Righteous Qi Alliance was also adept at sensing the way the wind was blowing and did not wish to become entangled in this messy affair.

Having lost the support of both the Emperor and the Righteous Qi Alliance, Phoenix God College was finally forced to withdraw from the pill market entirely. The marketplaces they had once snatched had to be sold at a low price to Qingxu College and the Heavenly Dragon Auction House.

Because of this, the upper echelons of Phoenix God College were so infuriated they nearly vomited blood.

They were resolved to find other ways to retaliate against Qingxu College.

But now, they had no choice but to be on their best behavior.

Thus, the pill war that lasted nearly two months came to an end with a complete victory for Qingxu College.

From the brink of bankruptcy to an overflowing victory, all because Ling Xiao had emerged from seclusion.

Now, almost everyone knew that behind Ling Xiao, there existed an expert in pill making who surpassed even the Marvellous Hand Heavenly Lord.

Naturally, this time, the Ice Phoenix Clan also thought of courting Ling Xiao, rather than opposing him.

Even the Divine Phoenix Emperor, who always held himself above others, had heard of Ling Xiao’s great name.

Ling Xiao, however, didn’t feel much about it.

In fact, after inflicting serious injuries on Fengming Wan Zhong, he went into seclusion at the Tianyuan Treasure Pagoda again.

No matter how famous or how much commotion there was, he always clear about his own situation: his cultivation level was too low, and he absolutely could not relax in this regard.

One day, Ling Xiao emerged from seclusion once more.

What the outside world discussed the most was no longer the strife between Phoenix God College and Qingxu College but another matter.

It was said that the Black Crow Empire had once again initiated war at the borders. The Emperor planned to select a number of young disciples from the two colleges to assist in the war and, at the same time, gain experience.

Only on the battlefield could true martial artists be tempered.

Martial artists who only knew cultivation would ultimately have much less combat strength compared to others.

Many young people were rubbing their hands in eagerness, ready to make a name for themselves.

After all, if one gained military exploits, not only could they receive high-ranking posts and wealth, but they might also obtain better martial arts, resources, and magical treasures.

Why were the Ten Great Phoenix Children known as such?

It was because they had been tested on the battlefield and were individuals with military achievements. Hence, the Empire regarded them as key figures for cultivation.

Of course, besides those rewards, many also hoped to catch the attention of the Five Immortal Islands.

If they could successfully join the Five Immortal Islands, it would be a marvelous opportunity for these young people, a Carp Leaping Over Dragon Gate.

Just like the martial artists of the Heavenly Dragon Continent joining the Twelve Sects in the past, it would not only bring glory to their sect but also offer them a brighter future.

Walking on the road, everyone who saw Ling Xiao either stepped aside or respectfully greeted him.

Even though Ling Xiao looked a bit unkempt from the nearly a month of seclusion, no one dared to mock him.

Such was the dignity that came with strength.

If you were useless, even if adorned in gold and silver, others would still treat you as a useless person.

But if you were strong, even if dressed in rags and unsightly, no one would dare to look down on you, and many beauties would even throw themselves into your arms.

This world was just so realistic, so simple and direct.

With strength, you could gain respect.

Without strength, you could only endure being bullied.

Below the Tianyuan Treasure Pagoda, there was an extremely luxurious sedan chair, carried by martial artists of the Heavenly Man Realm.

Standing next to the sedan was none other than Crown Prince Feng Yinshan from the Fire Phoenix Clan.

Seeing this person, Ling Xiao was somewhat surprised.

Even if he was famous, compared to the Hidden Mountain Reserve Monarch, there was still quite a gap. Why would he be here waiting for him?

”Brother Ling, I’ve been waiting here for you for quite some time,” he said.

His self-reference had shifted from ”this king” to ”little king,” ostensibly lowering himself and elevating Ling Xiao.

”Your Highness, waiting here for me? Haha, there must be some mistake. I’m just a little disciple of the Qingxu College, how dare I trouble Your Highness with such a visit?”

Perhaps because of the events that occurred on the Heavenly Dragon Continent, Ling Xiao didn’t have much fondness for these royal offspring.

”Brother Ling jests. A person who can concoct Yellow-grade Elixirs and whose alchemist skills are not inferior to Marvellous Hand Heavenly Lord Sun Shang surely deserves the attention.”

Feng Yinshan didn’t get angry and maintained his smile.

”Alright, let’s dispense with the pleasantries. Does Your Highness have something to discuss with me?”

Although Ling Xiao didn’t like the royal offspring much, there was also no need to offend them. He was, in fact, interested to hear what this Crown Prince wanted from him.